Best of the Best ’26s VIII: Sophomore Seasons Loading

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We continue to breakdown some of the best 2026 players in the state, and look ahead at their upcoming sophomore seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["514125"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"u0022Maku0022 is 5'7 combo guard (Webb School) that spent this summer with the TBW '26 that so many others on this list played on.  Haile is a SHOOTER!  Incredibly efficient with her shot, doing her work early before the ball hits her hands.  If her feet are set and she's on balance, it's cash. One of the best shooters in the 26 class.  Active defender that plays with a lot of grit and effort.  Webb is loaded, but could carve out a niche as a shooter off the bench.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations_1_player":["515028"],"_player_evaluations_1_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_1_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_1_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"Okorie is an old-school big that has a chance to be excellent.  At 6'1, she's already an elite rim protector and rebounder.  Fantastic outlet passer.  Crashes the offensive glass hard, creates extra possession and easy FGs.  Runs the floor hard in transition using her athleticism as a weapon.  What I love the most is her eventual switchability as a big.  Has nice quickness, and can sit in a stance and stay in front of quicker players.  Really takes pride in guarding both inside and out.  She should play a role as the first big off the bench for a loaded Blackman team.","_player_evaluations_1_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":2,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-652bcac09873e"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["513282"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"ANOTHER TBW '26 player (if you haven't noticedu002du002dthat squad is loaded).  Goodloe is looking to make an impact at Brentwood Academy this season.  Currently, she's at her best when she can get to the rim.  The lefty has high-end quickness, and a nice feel for finishing around the rim.  When she gets out in transition she's incredibly hard to stop as she's creative in the open floor.  In the half court she knows how to attack and get to either hand.  Her ability to impact winning on the offense end will depend on whether or not she becomes a consistent shooter, but with her work ethic, I believe she will.rnrnHer athleticism and length already make her a disruptive on the ball defender with active feet and hands.  Can certainly play a role this season for Brentwood, and she seems to have improve a ton this summer.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-652bcac0987a9"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block 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jets and starts the fast break herself.  She's the type of kid that will dive on loose balls, take charges, and do all the other dirty work that many players won't do.  In the half court she has good court vision, and knows how to break down a defensive and find the open man.  If her offensive game ever catches up with the rest of what she does well, she could be REALLY good.  As she stands, she will be the starting PG for CA and run the show and lead the D.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-652bcac09880b"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block 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physical tools.  If she will devote herself to the game, and has a really high ceiling.","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-652bcac098869"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["568217"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"Spent the summer playing for Coach Rachel Vann, and the terrific FBC '26 team, and really has improved a ton.  I'm looking forward to seeing the impact she makes at Summitt this season.  She certainly should have a role as a shooter at the very least. She has worked hard on her athleticism and ability to defend.  Allee has also dedicated herself to diversifying her game to attack closeouts off the bounce.  Has a chance to have a big time season.rnrnHere is what Coach Vann said about Allee:  u0022SHOOTER! The ability to spread a defense is a luxury to have especially when your a threat as soon as you cross half court. Her ability to shoot the 3 is unmatched but don't guard her too tight because she will blow by you to get into the paint. She is an absolute great teammate whose positivity and love for the game flows through her. She has dedicated a ton of time and effort to buckle down and be a sound defender. She flourished this summer and the sky is the limit for her.u0022","_player_evaluations_0_evaluation":"field_62aba51aecf34","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"edit","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-652bcac0988c5"} /-->